510(k) · Cleared
ClearedLuminelle DTx Hysteroscopy System
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Uvision360, Inc. · FAJ Cystoscope And Accessories, Flexible/Rigid
Cleared on Aug 16, 2018 as substantially equivalent to K072180 (Vision-Sciences, Inc., 2007) and 1 other predicate after a 30-day review. Its family tree reaches back 8 generations to 1992. 3 later devices descend from it.
- Decided
- Aug 16, 2018
- Review
- 30 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- FAJ
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 2
Its longest line of descent runs back 8 generations to K921244 (1992). 19 ancestors in all, the oldest K843084 (1985). 3 later devices descend from it, 1 citing it directly.
- Root · 8 generations backK921244 Disposable Protective SheathVision-Sciences, Inc. · 1992
- 7 generations backK961591 Disposable Endosheath for E-F100 Flexible NasopharyngoscopeVision-Sciences, Inc. · 1996
- 6 generations backK963795 Vision-Sciences Model B-F100 Bronchoscope with Model BS-F21…Vision-Sciences, Inc. · 1996
- 5 generations backK021344 B-F200 Bronchoscope with BSS-F21 Endosheath SystemVision-Sciences, Inc. · 2002
- 4 generations backK031786 Tne-2000 Esophagoscope with Ecs-D Endosheath SystemVision-Sciences, Inc. · 2003
- 3 generations backK040215 Vision-Sciences CST-2000 Flexible Cystoscope with Slide-on…Vision-Sciences, Inc. · 2004
- 2 generations backK053560 Modified Endosheath System for Vsi Flexible CystoscopeVision-Sciences, Inc. · 2006
- 1 generation backK071127 Flexible Hysteroscope with Endosheath SystemVision-Sciences, Inc. · 2007
- This deviceK181909 Luminelle DTx Hysteroscopy SystemUvision360, Inc. · 2018
- Descendant · cites it directly · 2 of its ownK190827 Luminelle DTx Hysteroscopy System, Luminelle 360 Rotatable Sterile…Uvision360, Inc. · 2019
- Descendant · 2 generations on · 1 of its ownK192278 Luminelle DTx Hysteroscopy System, Luminelle Dx 360 Rotatable…Uvision360, Inc. · 2019
- Descendant · 3 generations on · 0 of its ownK210512 LUMINELLE DTx SystemUvision360, Inc. · 2021
Most influential descendants
Showing 3 of 3 · See all- K190827Luminelle DTx Hysteroscopy System, Luminelle 360 Rotatable Sterile Disposable Sheath RigidUvision360, Inc. · 2019 · cites it directly2descendants
- K192278Luminelle DTx Hysteroscopy System, Luminelle Dx 360 Rotatable Disposable Sheath…Uvision360, Inc. · 2019 · 2 generations on1descendant
- K210512LUMINELLE DTx SystemUvision360, Inc. · 2021 · 3 generations on0descendants
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −8 | K921244 | Disposable Protective Sheath | Vision-Sciences, Inc. | 1992 | — |
| −7 | K961591 | Disposable Endosheath for E-F100 Flexible Nasopharyngoscope | Vision-Sciences, Inc. | 1996 | — |
| −6 | K963795 | Vision-Sciences Model B-F100 Bronchoscope with Model BS-F21 Disposable… | Vision-Sciences, Inc. | 1996 | — |
| −5 | K021344 | B-F200 Bronchoscope with BSS-F21 Endosheath System | Vision-Sciences, Inc. | 2002 | — |
| −4 | K031786 | Tne-2000 Esophagoscope with Ecs-D Endosheath System | Vision-Sciences, Inc. | 2003 | — |
| −3 | K040215 | Vision-Sciences CST-2000 Flexible Cystoscope with Slide-on Endosheath System | Vision-Sciences, Inc. | 2004 | — |
| −2 | K053560 | Modified Endosheath System for Vsi Flexible Cystoscope | Vision-Sciences, Inc. | 2006 | — |
| −1 | K071127 | Flexible Hysteroscope with Endosheath System | Vision-Sciences, Inc. | 2007 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K181909 | Luminelle DTx Hysteroscopy System | Uvision360, Inc. | 2018 | — |
| +1 | K190827 | Luminelle DTx Hysteroscopy System, Luminelle 360 Rotatable Sterile Disposable… | Uvision360, Inc. | 2019 | — |
| +2 | K192278 | Luminelle DTx Hysteroscopy System, Luminelle Dx 360 Rotatable Disposable… | Uvision360, Inc. | 2019 | — |
| +3 | K210512 | LUMINELLE DTx System | Uvision360, Inc. | 2021 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 1 | 0 |
| 1989 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | 2 | 0 |
| 1993 | 2 | 0 |
| 1994 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 | 1 | 0 |
| 2002 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 | 1 | 0 |
Descendants by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 |
Sources: FDA 510(k) database (decision fields), the FDA summary (predicates and indications), FDA recall and enforcement reports, and MAUDE; processed by 510(k) Report. Verify on FDA.gov · Methodology and accuracy.
Planning a device in FAJ? A 510(k) Report weighs predicate choices, recall history and review times for a new device like this one.
Top candidate predicates for a new FAJ device
- #1 K193095 Ambu aScope 4 Cystoscore 31.5 · 9 generations · no Class I recall
- #2 Held for the reportin the report
- #3 Held for the reportin the report
What was it cleared against? (2)
Devices the submitter claimed this one is substantially equivalent to (*), and reference devices cited for a specific test or feature (†), as written in the FDA summary.
| Type | Number | Device | Decided |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K072180 | Vision-Sciences CST-5000 Video Cystoscope with Endosheath SystemSummary page 4…essories Class: II Product Code: FAJ, HIH Predicate Device(s): Primary K072180 Cogentix Flexible Video Cystoscope Predicate with Digital Video Processor and Disposable… | 2007 |
| * | K071127 | Flexible Hysteroscope with Endosheath SystemSummary page 4…with Digital Video Processor and Disposable EndoSheath Systems Secondary K071127 Vision-Sciences Flexible Cystoscope Predicate with EndoSheath System (with additional… | 2007 |
What descends from it? (3)
1 later device cites it directly; ranked here by how many devices descend from each in turn.
| Number | Device | Decided | Descendants |
|---|---|---|---|
| K190827 | Luminelle DTx Hysteroscopy System, Luminelle 360 Rotatable Sterile Disposable Sheath Rigid | 2019 | 2 |
Has anything in its family been recalled? (0 Class I)
No FDA recall names this device.
No ancestor or descendant has a Class I recall.
What does this lineage say?
- The line of descent spans 26 years and passes through 2 companies; a new generation was cleared every 1.9 years on median.
- 3 of the 19 ancestors have a recall of any class.
- Of its descendants, K190827 (Uvision360, Inc., 2019) has gone furthest, with 2 descendants of its own.
- 2 other devices also cite its predicate K072180.
How does its category compare?
All FAJ devicesFAJ Cystoscope And Accessories, Flexible/Rigid: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2018, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · FAJ
8in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · FAJ
98in 2025
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · FAJ
7in 2023
Class I (0 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · FAJ
2,690in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code FAJ, not matched to any one device; reports are not rates.
View these four charts as a table
| Year | Decisions | Median 510(k) review, days | Recalls (Class I) | MAUDE reports |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 2 | — | 0 | 9 |
| 2008 | 0 | — | 0 | 10 |
| 2009 | 2 | — | 0 | 10 |
| 2010 | 1 | — | 0 | 9 |
| 2011 | 0 | — | 0 | 13 |
| 2012 | 1 | — | 0 | 8 |
| 2013 | 0 | — | 0 | 12 |
| 2014 | 1 | — | 0 | 6 |
| 2015 | 0 | — | 0 | 28 |
| 2016 | 1 | — | 0 | 75 |
| 2017 | 2 | — | 1 | 79 |
| 2018 | 2 | — | 0 | 79 |
| 2019 | 3 | 207 | 0 | 102 |
| 2020 | 2 | — | 0 | 339 |
| 2021 | 3 | 127 | 0 | 494 |
| 2022 | 5 | 170 | 1 | 744 |
| 2023 | 5 | 207 | 7 | 920 |
| 2024 | 9 | 130 | 0 | 892 |
| 2025 | 8 | 98 | 0 | 2,690 |
| 2026 | 5 | 123 | 0 | — |
What is it indicated for?
Hysteroscopy: The Luminelle DTx Hysteroscopy System is used to permit direct viewing of the cervical canal and uterine cavity for the purpose of performing diagnostic and surgical procedures. Note: Hysteroscopes are used as tools to access the uterine cavity and are not, in and of themselves, a method of surgery. Generally recognized indications for diagnostic hysteroscopy include: • Abnormal bleeding • Infertility and pregnancy wastage • Evaluation of…
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Hysteroscopy: The Luminelle DTx Hysteroscopy System is used to permit direct viewing of the cervical canal and uterine cavity for the purpose of performing diagnostic and surgical procedures.
Note: Hysteroscopes are used as tools to access the uterine cavity and are not, in and of themselves, a method of surgery.
Generally recognized indications for diagnostic hysteroscopy include:
• Abnormal bleeding
• Infertility and pregnancy wastage
• Evaluation of abnormal hysterosalpingogram
• Intrauterine foreign body
• Amenorrhea
• Pelvic pain
Generally recognized indications for operative hysteroscopy include:
• Directed endometrial biopsy
• Polypectomy
• Submucous myomectomy
• Transection of intrauterine adhesions
• Transection of intrauterine septa
• Endometrial ablation
Cystoscopy: The Luminelle DTx Hysteroscopy System is intended for use in endoscopic access to and examination of the lower urinary tract, including the bladder. When combined with accessory instruments, the System allows the user to perform various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K181909 · printed Nov 5, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K181909: Luminelle DTx Hysteroscopy System.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 5, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K181909
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Record history
- FDA decision record loaded May 2, 2026
- Summary read Oct 13, 2026 (extraction version 9eaa42aa01ed)
- Lineage and recalls computed Nov 3, 2026
- Page last updated Nov 3, 2026